X Report 27 Jun 2025

🚀 Latest Developments

SpaceX recently launched 27 new Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit, enhancing its growing constellation. Meanwhile, the Pentagon is evaluating alternative companies for its Space Force satellite program, which poses competitive challenges for SpaceX’s future contracts.

📰 Detailed Coverage

From the Cape to the constellation: SpaceX launches 27 more Starlink satellites (video)

On June 25, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched 27 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, further expanding its low Earth orbit network. This deployment marks another step in SpaceX’s commitment to improving global internet access, adding to the nearly 8,000 operational satellites currently in orbit.

The launch not only reinforces SpaceX’s dominance in satellite internet services but also demonstrates its rapid deployment capabilities amidst increasing global demand for connectivity.

Read the full story: Space.com

Pentagon to consider SpaceX alternative for Space Force satellite program

The U.S. Department of Defense has initiated a review that may lead to the consideration of alternative providers for its satellite needs, specifically impacting the Space Development Agency’s Transport Layer Tranche 3 program, which could result in the procurement of around 140 satellites. This potential shift in strategy highlights the government’s aim to foster greater competition within the satellite industry.

This move poses a direct challenge to SpaceX, which has been a key player in military satellite launches, and could affect its longstanding relationship with the Pentagon.

Read the full story: SpaceNews

Galaxia’s MÖBIUS-1 satellite in orbit and a milestone for commercial efforts in Nova Scotia

Galaxia Mission Systems celebrated a significant achievement as its MÖBIUS-1 satellite was successfully launched and is now operational in orbit. Despite facing challenges, including U.S. tariffs on launching their tech, this launch signifies a promising step for commercial satellite initiatives in Nova Scotia and the greater landscape of private space endeavors.

This milestone underscores the growing competition that SpaceX faces in the commercial satellite launch market, as new entrants seek to establish their presence.

Read the full story: SpaceQ

First ‘FireSat’ satellite delivers thermal images

Muon Space’s first satellite, the ‘FireSat’, successfully delivered its initial thermal images after launching aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-13 mission on March 14. This satellite aims to enhance wildfire management through advanced imaging technology, showcasing the expanding application of satellite technology in environmental monitoring.

The operational success of FireSat reflects the ongoing diversification of satellite purposes, as companies leverage SpaceX’s launch capabilities to foster new technology developments in challenging fields like climate monitoring.

Read the full story: SpaceNews